Larisa Friesen Hall

Larisa Friesen Hall, MBA has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. In their most recent position as Vice President for Development at Bread for the World, they have played a crucial role in strategizing and executing development initiatives for the organization. Prior to that, Larisa held multiple roles at Sojourners, including Vice President & Chief Advancement Officer, Chief Advancement Officer, and Director of Major Gifts, where they demonstrated their expertise in fundraising and advancement. Larisa also gained valuable experience as a Director of Advertising Sales at Sojourners. Larisa has further expanded their skillset by working as a Consultant for Capricornio Coffees, where they researched and analyzed the global specialty coffee market to develop effective brand, marketing, sales, and organizational growth strategies. Earlier in their career, they served as a Marketing and Business Development Officer at Tranzon Alderfer. With their well-rounded background, Larisa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any organization they work with.

Larisa Friesen Hall, MBA, holds a B.S. degree in International Business and Economic Development from Eastern Mennonite University. In 2018, they completed an executive education program focused on True North Leadership at 1440 Multiversity. Additionally, Larisa pursued an Executive MBA at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business from 2019 to 2021. Alongside their formal education, they have obtained certifications in Board Member Essentials from NonprofitReady and Certification for Managers and Executives in Major Gifts from Veritus Group.